Taro Gomi is a celebrated Japanese illustrator and children's author whose work transcends age and geography. His creations are defined by a playful approach, capable of captivating both the youngest readers and adults alike. Gomi excels in visual storytelling, often exploring everyday experiences and emotions with simplicity and profound insight. His distinctive style and prolific creativity mark him as a significant voice in children's literature.
Vibrantly illustrated, this collection introduces young readers to Japan through engaging themes like greetings, games, and colors. Taro Gomi's clever and humorous style makes learning first words and simple phrases enjoyable. The book offers a rich exploration of a child's early experiences, blending education with cultural insights, ensuring it becomes a cherished favorite for families.
A board book about a boy in a race who runs past the finish line, through neighborhoods and fields because he loves to run
Three little chicks run through the sunshine and rain to explore the world together.
Originally published in Japan in 1979 by EHONKAN Inc., Tokyo, under the title Hayaku Aitaina.
Originally published in Japan in 1984 by KAISEI-SHA Publishing Co., Ltd. under the title Wanisan doki' haishasan doki'--Copyright page.
How do we love numbers? Let us count the ways: They're on street signs and bus stops, featured on phones, thermometers, chalkboards, and scales. They show the time and the date, and help us to measure distance, sizing, and so much more. This spirited picture book by beloved author-illustrator Taro Gomi will charm and inform the youngest of readers, offering them a unique—and useful—look at a key concept we count on.
In this celebration of imagination's power, young readers will take joy in the mystery of the faraway, the unknown, the just-beyond.
A little girl speculates about her mother's life before she became a mom. Ages 0+
In this sly activity board book from celebrated international favorite Taro Gomi, young readers will delight to find hidden objects amidst familiar characters. When a crocodile's dangerous smile can become a shiny toothbrush and a butterfly's camouflage transforms into adorable heart shapes, there's no telling what comes next! Kids will love learning that not everything in this world is as it seems. Sure to be a hit during both storytime and playtime!